Ghanas National U-15 Boys team have arrived in Azerbaijan ahead of the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival, with their Group W campaign beginning against Uzbekistan on Saturday, October 24.
The delegation travelled from Accra on Wednesday and landed safely in Baku, where they were welcomed at the airport.
The squad consists of 12 players and technical staff and completed the mandatory tournament registration and documentation process shortly after arriving. The group appeared in high spirits as preparations began for the competition.
Ghana have been placed in Group W alongside Uzbekistan, Myanmar, Guam, Bahamas and Kazakhstan. Their group-stage schedule will be completed over three days.
After facing Uzbekistan on Saturday, October 24, Ghana will play Myanmar and Guam on Sunday, October 25. They will then conclude the group phase against Bahamas and Kazakhstan on Monday, October 26, 2026.
The FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival brings together leading under-15 players from around the world. The event is part of FIFA’s Talent Development Scheme, which is designed to provide young footballers with early international exposure and experience.
Ghana held their first training session in Azerbaijan on Thursday evening as the team continued its preparations for the opening match against Uzbekistan.
The teams arrival and early preparations mark the start of their involvement in a tournament intended to give the players experience of international football at youth level.
GFA Communications
